Mr. Speaker, the House, especially the party opposite understands the mission in Afghanistan. I hope that, before sending our troops, our young men and women, into a military campaign, it understood the mission in Afghanistan.
This government wants strong support for our troops in Afghanistan. This is why we responded to calls from the parties to have a vote.
We know the NDP may vote against the motion. However, indications are that the other parties support the motion. It will be a good message for our troops.
I would just add that, in my own opinion, the comments by the parties have been clear up to this week. Our troops and the public have a hard time understanding why the parties suddenly change their mind when there is a vote.